Youth and Community Programs

PACTS

PACTS

A year-round program of science enrichment, career development, cross-age mentoring, and leadership opportunities for students in Greater Philadelphia.

STEM students gathered for a photo on the stage of Musser Theater at The Franklin Institute.

STEM Scholars

An intensive, four-year program serving Philadelphia-area students who are passionate about science, technology, engineering, and math.

Vaccine Vial Illustration

Children's Vaccine Education Program

Empowering nurses as leaders in vaccine education in their schools and communities.

GSK-Be-A-Chemist-Activities

GSK Science in the Summer

Dedicated to increasing children's value of and confidence in doing science and pursuing STEM careers.

Meaningful Math program

Meaningful Math

Bringing together museums, math experts, and community partners to co-create local programs that highlight the beauty of math. 

Franklin @ Home: Science projects, experiments and explorations you can do at home!

Franklin@Home

Explore the world with DIY hands-on activities, engaging videos, and deeper dives—because science never stops.

Ready Row Home Kit

Climate Science Education

Find resources for engaging and enjoyable activities about climate change.

Looking Up at Mars Rover Curiosity in 'Buckskin' Selfie

Mission2Mars

A nationwide program catalyzing community partnerships across the country around NASA's space exploration agenda and its Moon-to-Mars missions and learning resources.